Job Description

School Cleaner Job in Australia at St Hilda’s School in Gold Coast, Queensland, is looking for reliable cleaners to keep classrooms, bathrooms, boarding houses, corridors, common areas, and outdoor spaces clean and safe. The job offers 2 to 3 days of work each week, with morning shifts from Monday to Friday and Saturday hours. Previous cleaning experience is preferred but not required. Candidates should be reliable, fit, honest, detail-focused, and able to follow instructions and work well with a team.

About the Job

School Cleaners

Multiple Opportunities – 2 to 3 days/week

Monday to Friday 5.00am – 8.30am

Saturday approx. 7.00am – 11.00am

St Hilda’s School | Gold Coast | Queensland

Positions available to commence now, and 2027 start

St Hilda’s School, Gold Coast invites applications from reliable and thorough cleaners to join our school team. You will play an essential role in keeping a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

About Us

Located on Queensland’s Gold Coast, we are one of Australia’s leading independent Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12.

The school has a strong reputation for girls’ education and world class facilities. It also has a long and proud history of academic achievement. In addition, the school is grounded in strong Anglican Christian values.

About The Position

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Cleaning classrooms, boarding houses, bathrooms, corridors, and common areas.
• Emptying bins and replacing liners.
• Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors.
• Dusting surfaces and wiping down desks.
• Sanitising high-touch areas, including door handles and light switches.
• Restocking bathroom supplies and cleaning products.
• Sweeping, leaf blowing and gurneying pathways, courtyards, stairs, walkways and outdoor areas.
• Removing cobwebs from building exteriors, eaves, and covered areas.
• Reporting maintenance issues or safety hazards to management.
• Following all health and safety protocols.

About You

You should have the following:

• Previous cleaning experience. School or commercial experience is preferred but not essential.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Reliability, punctuality and honesty.
• Willingness to follow instruction, seek and receive feedback.
• Ability to work independently in a designated work run area and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to pitch in and help others.
• Physical fitness to perform manual tasks, including lifting, bending, pushing/pulling, standing for extended periods, walking on uneven ground and up/downstairs.
• Ability to use cleaning equipment such as leaf blowers and pressure hoses.
• Ability to work well with a team and contribute to the school community.

Why Join St Hilda’s School?

Be part of a passionate values-driven community. The school embraces collaboration and innovation. It also supports staff wellbeing and professional growth.

In addition, we are a community which promotes belonging and connectedness. We offer staff on-site parking and access to Fitness Passport. Staff can also access a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities.

Furthermore, staff can enjoy the convenience of an onsite co-located Early Learning Centre at very reasonable rates. This provides peace of mind and proximity for staff with young families.

As a prospective member of the St Hilda’s Community, you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values and Anglican Ethos of the School.

Application Requirements

Please submit the following:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and why you would like to work for St Hilda’s School.
• A full Curriculum Vitae, including contact details for two professional referees. One of whom should be your current supervisor.
• If you hold a visa, please provide a copy of your visa grant notice, or a VEVO confirmation showing your current visa status and any conditions relevant to your working rights.

Application Closing Date

Applications should be submitted by 8am Friday 11 September 2026.

Applications will be reviewed once received. However, St Hilda’s School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Questions About The Position

Any questions about the position should be directed to Richard Wood, Operations Manager – employment@sthildas.qld.edu.au

Applications are to be submitted through the online recruitment platforms and not emailed directly.